What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Bristol?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Bristol is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Bristol?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Bristol is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £75 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Colchester to Bristol?

The distance between Colchester and Bristol is 175 miles. The road distance is 180.5 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Bristol without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Bristol?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Colchester to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Bristol train from?

Colchester to Bristol train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Bristol train arrive?

Colchester to Bristol train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Bristol is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Colchester to Bristol.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Bristol?

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Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2566+ hotels available in Bristol.

Colchester to Bristol - 6 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Colchester to Bristol by train, car, bus, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 1m
£78–153
Drive 179.5 mi
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1. Drive from Colchester to Bristolcar 179.5 mi
3h 24m
£45–64
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
5h 45m
£53–168
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 41m
£71–141
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
5h 35m
£216–476
Train to Norwich International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NWI - BRS
6h 56m
£119–333

Colchester to Bristol by train

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Bristol, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Bristol Temple Meads via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 1m.

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